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Piazza del Populo & Church Santa Maria al Popolo
Piazza del Popolo Roma Roma
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The Historic First View of Rome
Located within the northern gate of the Aurelian walls, the name of this piazza comes from the poplar trees located around its' borders. For hundreds of years, this square was the first sight of Rome for travelers to the city as well as the sight of public executions up until the 19th century.
